Summary:
The 57266 zip code area is home to 3 schools, including 2 elementary schools and 1 high school. While Summit High School - 01 has performed well academically, ranking 79 out of 141 South Dakota high schools and receiving a 5-star rating, the elementary schools in the area have struggled, with lower test scores and rankings compared to state averages.
The small Sunrise Colony - 15 elementary school (12 students) stands out with an impressive 0% chronic absenteeism rate, indicating high student engagement and attendance, as well as a low student-teacher ratio of 8:1. In contrast, Summit Elementary - 02 has only 16.87% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 50.04%.
The schools in this area serve a population with greater economic challenges, as evidenced by the relatively high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 25% at Sunrise Colony - 15 to 40.5% at Summit Elementary - 02. Despite the above-average per-student spending at these schools, the data suggests a need to focus on improving academic outcomes, particularly at the elementary level, and effectively utilizing resources to support student learning.
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